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US Flight Training Group Launches Community Aviation Outreach Event in Aledo, Texas in 2025

USA – Nationwide Aviation has announced a promotional event in collaboration with Aledo ISD, the Parker County Airport and the Aledo Education Foundation aimed at opening access to personal flying and aviation‑careers opportunities in the Aledo community.

About Nationwide Aviation
Nationwide Aviation operates flight training centers in Dallas-Fort Worth, TX, and Nashville, TN. We serve aspiring pilots and professionals at all levels, with personalized instruction, accelerated programs, and a strong safety focus. Our new partnership and investment in ALSIM technology are part of our vision to lead aviation education in the regions we serve and beyond.

Source: Trevor Hall (Nationwide Aviation)
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Acron Aviation to Provide A320 Type Rating Training for Air Astana at its London Training Center

United Kingdom & Kazakhstan – Acron Aviation today announced that it has been selected by Air Astana, the leading carrier of Kazakhstan, to deliver Airbus A320 Type Rating training from its London Training Center (LTC).

Under the new agreement, Air Astana will utilize the state-of-the-art facilities offered at Acron Aviation’s LTC, including dedicated briefing rooms and high fidelity, Level D Full Flight Simulators (FFS), and benefit from consistent, high-quality training outcomes that support its continued expansion and crew development objectives.

Acron Aviation’s proven track record for delivering world-class pilot training, the quality of its training center, and the digital support available to trainees were key factors in Air Astana’s selection.

Patrick Davis, VP & GM London Training Center, Acron Aviation, said: “We’re proud to support Air Astana’s A320 Type Rating requirements from our London Training Center, drawing on our expertise as an established training provider.” Davis continued, “adding such a respected international flag carrier to our customer base reinforces Acron Aviation’s position as a trusted provider of advanced flight training solutions.”

The training agreement deepens the partnership between the two companies, first established in 2020 when Air Astana purchased its first A320neo FFS from Acron Aviation – which was also the first of its type in Kazakhstan. This will be followed by a second A320neo, which is scheduled to enter service early next year at the airline’s training center in Astana.

Filippos Siakkas, COO, Air Astana added: “Partnering with Acron Aviation ensures access to dependable A320 Type Rating capacity for our pilots. Their experience and infrastructure provide the assurance of quality and throughput we value.”

The agreement represents another step in Acron Aviation’s mission to export UK-built training systems and curricula to a growing global customer base.

Source: Acron Aviation

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Indian Flight Training Group Chimes Aviation Academy Seeks Immediate Candidates for Assistant Flight Instructors Roles in 2025

India — Chimes Aviation Academy (CAA), which operates multiple flight training bases in India, is expanding its instructional team and has opened recruitment for Assistant Flight Instructors (AFIs) across its flying bases in Dhana and Neemuch. The initiative supports its ongoing training operations and anticipated student intake growth.

  • CAA is seeking AFI-rated pilots to join immediately (preference)

  • Eligibility criteria include:

    • Valid Assistant Flight Instructor (AFI) and Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL)

    • Valid Class-I medical

    • Current endorsements on Cessna 172 and Piper Archer III aircraft

    • Up-to-date licensing and medical documentation

In 2024 AFM reported that CAA had launched together with Indian airline IndiGo, the IndiGo Flying Instructor Program (FIP). This program aims to deliver top-quality pilot training while providing a clear pathway for aspiring instructors to transition into commercial airline roles at IndiGo, one of India’s largest carriers.

Program Overview:

  • The CAA-IndiGo FIP offers multi-engine CPL holders an opportunity to become certified flight instructors at CAA while building valuable flight experience.
  • The program focuses on flying instruction for IndiGo cadet pilots, allowing candidates to accumulate 2000 flight hours, enhance their aviation skills, and ultimately move into positions as Junior First Officers (JFO) at IndiGo.
  • After logging 500 flight hours on the Airbus A320, successful candidates will be promoted to Senior First Officer (SFO), fast-tracking their commercial aviation careers.
  • The cost of the instructor rating is covered
  • When a candidate is selected by IndiGo Airlines and successfully signs an LOI with the airline, they will retain seniority at the airline from that day forward

Source: Chimes Aviation Academy
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South Africa’s PTC Aviation Opens 2026 Advanced Flight Instructor Programme with Guaranteed Placement with Partner Flight School

South Africa – PTC Aviation has opened applications for its Advanced Flight Instructor Programme, starting 5 January 2026, with the guarantee of subsequent employment as a GRD III Instructor with 43 Air School. Successful candidates will train as flight instructors and move directly into instructor roles with 43 Air School

Requirements to qualify:

  • Hold a valid SACAA CPL or ATPL with ME/IR

  • Fluent in English – written and spoken

  • South African citizen

  • Hold SACAA Instructor Exams before course commencement

About PTC Aviation
PTC Aviation is a South African flight‑training organisation headquartered in Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha), Eastern Cape, offering airline‑pilot standard, type ratings (B737NG & A320) and flight‑instructor development courses.

Source: PTC Aviation
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Training Aircraft Manufacturer Grob Aircraft to Highlight Advanced Turboprop Trainer at Dubai Airshow 2025

Germany & UAE – Grob Aircraft SE has confirmed that it will participate in the upcoming Dubai Airshow 2025 (17–21 November) at Dubai World Central (DWC) via its UAE partner Remah International Group (RIG). A key highlight will be the static display of the G 120TP military‑trainer aircraft.

  • Grob will be present at Stand 1391 in the U.S. Pavilion, represented by Remah International Group.

  • The G 120TP will be used to showcase Grob’s “modern, scalable, and cost‑efficient integrated training solutions” aimed at air forces and training organisations across the Middle East & North Africa (MENA) region.

Statement

  • “The Dubai Airshow provides a key opportunity to engage with regional and international Air Forces, defense leaders, and aerospace innovators,” said Ra’ad Atoom, Sales – Middle East/North Africa at Grob Aircraft SE. “Together with our partner Remah International Group, we look forward to strengthening our presence in the region and showcasing how the G 120TP supports mission-ready aircrew training worldwide.”

Source: Grob Aircraft
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Virtual Reality Pilot Training Solution Provider RedboxVR Earns Defence Sector Trust for Aviation Simulation Systems

United Kingdom – RedboxVR, a UK‑based immersive training‑solutions provider, reports that its virtual‑reality (VR) flight‑simulation and training systems are receiving high‑level recognition across United Kingdom defence, transport and cadet sectors.

  • Senior officials from the Royal Air Force (RAF) and the Royal Air Force Air Cadets (RAFAC) personally engaged with RedboxVR’s VR Motion Flight Simulator, signifying institutional confidence in the technology for training and recruitment.

  • Senior government figures, including the Heidi Alexander (UK Secretary of State for Transport) and Alistair Corns MP (Minister for the Armed Forces) also tested RedboxVR systems, acknowledging their relevance to defence, transport and education sectors.

Source: Jason Carver (RedboxVR)
Photo Credit: Jason Carver (RedboxVR)

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